Last men standing: 2005 NFL draft first round will be well represented in Charlotte Sunday

Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis is one six first-round picks from the 2005 NFL draft who remain active. Some retired recently; others have been out of the league a long time. The Observer looks at the NFL draft class of 2005 (*–denotes active players).

1. Alex Smith*, San Francisco

Position: Quarterback.

Years played: 12.

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